Teacher - Secondary, English / Humanities, Babinda State School

Teacher - Secondary, English / Humanities, Babinda State School

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Babinda State School, Far North Queensland Region

Babinda P-12 State School is a safe, supportive, and high-performing centre of learning located in the heart of Tropical North Queensland. As a small school with a strong sense of community, we provide students with a seamless and nurturing educational journey from Prep through to Year 12. Our commitment to excellence is underpinned by personalised learning, a whole-child focus, and strong staff-student relationships.

We are proud to offer a dynamic and flexible curriculum, with real-life pathways that include academic, vocational, and trade-based options. Our programs are enriched by partnerships with TAFE, universities, and school-based apprenticeships, as well as standout initiatives like the BEAST (Babinda Excellence Academy in Sports and Training) program.

Job details

• Position status: Fixed Term Temporary
• Position type: Full-time
• Occupational group: Education & Training
• Classification: Teacher
• Workplace Location: Far North Qld
• Job ad reference: QLD/649104/26
• Closing date: 13-Jul-2026
• Yearly salary: $76963 - $123102
• Fortnightly salary: $2950.00 - $4718.50
• Job duration: Commence: 13/07/2026
• Contact person: Teacher Recruitment Team
• Contact details: TeachQueenslandRecruitment@qed.qld.gov.au

At Babinda, you'll find a place where teaching thrives and you're part of a team that looks after one another inside and outside the classroom.

Current Opportunities:

• English / Humanities - Year 7-12 (Temporary, 13/07/2026 - 11/12/2026)

Humanities vacancies could include some or all streams of Humanities and Social Sciences (Geography, History, Civics & Citizenship, Economics and Business, etc, across Year Levels 7 to 12).

Why Babinda State School

• Strong, positive relationships between staff, students and families
• Genuine support for teacher wellbeing and work-life balance
• Opportunities to lead and grow within a small P-12 school
• Welcoming community and collaborative staff culture
• Location offers the best of rainforest, reef and regional living

What We Offer

• Relocation assistance and potential access to teacher housing
• Supportive induction and mentoring for early career and new staff
• Opportunities for leadership, innovation and career progression
• High-impact teaching environment with modern resources
• A tight-knit team where your work is valued and your voice is heard

What You'll Need

• Relevant teaching qualification
• Full or provisional QCT registration
• Australian working rights or valid visa
• Pre-service and graduate teachers are encouraged to apply (include practicum reports, mentor statements & unofficial transcript)

How to apply

• Click the Green 'Apply online' button below
• Enter your personal details
• Attach your resume including two professional referees

Explore the school: Visit Babinda State School website here

All applicants are encouraged to apply to the Department of Education Teacher Application Portal to be considered for current and future roles.

Existing permanent teachers are encouraged to apply for the teacher transfer process, noting that relocation entitlements may not apply.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be considered.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Applicants are encouraged to commence and submit their application as early as possible as the Department of Education reserves the right to reduce the application period and/or remove the job advertisement early should a suitable applicant be found.